FERN
FERN is a home care agency in Brighton, Brighton and Hove (BN1 7GA). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About FERN
We at FERN are proud to offer compassionate home care across Brighton, supporting individuals to live safely and comfortably in the place they know best: their own home. Based in the vibrant coastal city of Brighton and Hove, our team brings warmth, professionalism, and person centred support to every visit. Operating throughout the BN postcode area, we serve residents across Brighton and the surrounding communities in the South East. Delivering care in the familiar surroundings of home means each person can maintain their routines, cherished belongings, and connections to family, friends, and neighbours whilst receiving the tailored support they need. Our specialisms reflect the diverse needs of the individuals and families we support. We provide dedicated older person care for those who wish to remain independent in later life, alongside specialist dementia care that focuses on dignity, familiarity, and gentle reassurance. For adults living with mental health needs, we offer sensitive and consistent support designed to promote wellbeing and stability. We also care for younger adults, ensuring that age appropriate support empowers people to pursue their goals and daily aspirations. For those with a physical disability or living with visual or hearing impairment, our team adapts every aspect of care to promote independence, safe mobility, and clear communication. We also support individuals recovering from eating disorders or navigating challenges related to alcohol or drug misuse, offering non judgemental, respectful care that recognises each person's journey is unique. In practice, this means our care plans are shaped around the individual, developed in partnership with families, and reviewed regularly to reflect changing needs. Whether it is help with personal care, medication support, meal preparation, companionship, or more complex care requirements, our approach is always centred on the person in front of us. Families can take reassurance from our CQC rating of Good across every domain assessed at our most recent inspection: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well led. This consistent rating reflects the standards we uphold day in and day out, from the way we safeguard those in our care to the responsiveness of our team and the leadership guiding our work. It is a recognition that we take seriously and continue to build upon. Choosing home care for a loved one is a deeply personal decision, and we understand the trust families place in us when they invite our team into their homes. If you are exploring care options in Brighton and would like to learn more about how we can support you or someone you love, we warmly welcome you to get in touch. Our team is here to listen, to answer your questions, and to help you feel confident about the next steps.
Care provided at FERN
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Mental health care
- Physical disability support
- Sensory impairment support
- Younger adults care
- Eating disorder support
- Substance misuse support
- Covers approximately 10 miles
- Last CQC inspection: 20 May 2021
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about FERN
Where is FERN located?
FERN is a home care agency based in Brighton, Brighton and Hove (BN1 7GA), providing care to people in their own homes within approximately 10 miles of the area.
What type of care does FERN provide?
FERN is registered to provide care in people’s own homes, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Mental health care, Physical disability support, Sensory impairment support, Younger adults care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is FERN's CQC rating?
FERN is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 20 May 2021. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does FERN provide dementia care?
Yes. FERN supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the agency directly to discuss your individual situation.
Questions families ask about FERN
Can they support someone living with dementia at home?
Yes. Yes. FERN is registered for dementia care in people's own homes.
Can they help with medication and nursing tasks?
Ask the home. Most home care agencies prompt or give medication but do not provide nursing tasks. Ask what their carers are trained to do.
Do they cover our area?
Yes. FERN covers roughly 10 miles from Brighton.
Will the council help pay?
Ask the home. The agency has not told us which funding it accepts. Most take both council funded and self funded clients; a direct payment from the council can be used to pay them.
Typical home care fees in the South East
FERN has not published its fees yet. These are typical hourly rates for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Home care (per hour): £29 to £35 per hour, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from FERN. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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